Susan Severson
Hello, I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Illinois, Florida, Massachusetts and Nevada (LICSW/LCSW). I earned a Master of Social Work degree in Advanced Clinical Social Work in Independent Clinical Practice and Health Care Specialization from Aurora University in 2016. I am a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I have experience working with individuals experiencing symptoms related to anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, stress, life transitions, LGBTQ+ related issues, imposter syndrome, low self-esteem, perfectionism, grief, loneliness, ADHD, OCD, trauma, and substance abuse. I use evidence-based practices such as: I use evidence-based practices such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), DBT Informed Therapy Skills, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Talk Therapy, Positive Psychology, Humanistic Therapy, Insight Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Exposure Therapy. I am a firm believer in emotional support animals helping improve people's lives. I often write ESA Letters for my clients. I currently have 5 wonderful cats who I adore. I want to help people who suffer from mental health and substance use disorders by providing them with compassion, empathy, and evidence- based therapy to help promote resilience, self-compassion, and improve their emotional well-being.
If you have a mental health condition, I can assess and evaluate to see if an ESA would help reduce your anxiety, stress, and depression symptoms.
You can book an appointment with me by clicking the link below: https://provider.growtherapy.com/book-appointment?id=6303&utm_source=provider-sourced&utm_medium=booking-link&utm_campaign=provider-dashboard Or you can call this phone number: 1 (646) 687-9932
First session
I collaborate with my clients to develop a treatment plan that will help achieve their desired goals. I provide support, compassion, and psychoeducation to my clients. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to talk about your concerns and what you are struggling with.
Strengths
Through personal challenges and struggles in my life, I realized how important it is to have someone listen to you and support you. Seeking support from others during a difficult time is a strength; not a weakness. We learn how to cope, manage, and heal by sharing our struggles and hardships with others. My mission is to help others achieve their goals and build happiness and resiliency for their life's journey.
Ideal clients
Adults who struggle with mental health and/or substance use disorders. I provide evidence-based interventions, support, and psychoeducation to my clients. I teach coping skills to help manage anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, depression, ADHD, OCD, stress, and substance abuse. I am compassionate, empathetic, and have a strong desire to help other people. I am dedicated to provide quality mental health treatment for all people. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to talk about your concerns and what you are struggling with. LGBTQ+ community is welcomed.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients manage their anxiety and depression symptoms. Learning and practicing CBT skills will help people identify cognitive distortions, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and reframe negative/anxious thinking so they can feel better.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Clients will learn mindfulness coping skills and grounding techniques to help manage anxiety, depression, and panic attacks.
Motivational Interviewing
Clients will explore strategies to build motivation and strengthen a commitment for change.
Positive Psychology
Clients will practice gratitude interventions, words of affirmation, recognize their strengths, and focus on being happy and content.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Clients will explore options, create a plan, and find a solution to current problems and life events.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- FloridaLicense TPSW1011
- IllinoisLicense 149022268
- MassachusettsLicense LICSW127991
- NevadaLicense 13485-C